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Health Topics/Antipsychotic/Pharmacology/Olanzapine

What is Zyprexa (olanzapine)?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy

Zyprexa (olanzapine) is a prescription antipsychotic medication that treats schizophrenia and bipolar disorder in teenagers and adults. Zyprexa comes in the form of a tablet that dissolves quickly in your mouth.



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